A high tide and large swells trapped the family inside a cave during a beach outing.

As of 2023, 10,817 children were home-educated - about 1.2 per cent of all enrolled kids.

A child was seen standing on the vehicle's running board, hanging on to the window.

Kaitāia artist's award winning mural to inspire environmental care

The woman, pregnant with her seventh child, was involved in the heart of a meth operation.

Colin Thorne knocked off the major milestone to celebrate turning 100.

Not only did Henry Bedell present to council, he also wrote to the Minister of Health.

Northlander Cherie Coker will do anything to spend more time with her young children.

Te Hiku Community Board gives funding to three organisations.

Far North kiwifruit harvest needs hundreds of people to fill vital jobs.

Pigs do battle at Kaikohe A&P Show

OPINION: Vince Cocurullo says Brynderwyns closure warning gives time to prepare.

Residents say Onerahi Scout Den sat derelict for years ahead of fire.

Between stationery and uniform costs, the start of the school year can be expensive.

OPINION: Minor holiday mishaps can be frustrating but here's why they are blessings.

The move recognises that not everyone swims while lifeguards are available.

Northlanders are demanding more from their dining experiences according to a new report.

Cooper's daughter shares her memories of the family home, now worn out.

Holidaymakers encouraged to get in quick if wanting to camp in Northland later this month.

Swells of up to 3m have been issued for the entire east coast of the North Island.

The latest news bites from around the region.

'The way it was lying made it look like a snake. Neither of us wanted to get too close...'

Bad news - muggy overnight temperatures will continue until Sunday.

Pole barriers and warning signs placed at the lake are only placed for safety reasons.

The crash between Auckland and Whangārei occurred at midday on Thursday.

A house-lot of goods has been donated in honour of Eric Bettridge.